HP HPE FM 2072 User manual

HPE FM 2072 Fabric Module Installation Guide
HPE Composable Fabric 52.x
Part Number: P26510-001
Published: March 2020
Edition: 1
Abstract
This document describes how to install the HPE FM 2072 fabric module.

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Safety
The HPE fabric module system is classified as a class 1 telecommunications laser product employing embedded class 1
lasers and complies with the following:
THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH FDA RULE 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J IN EFFECT AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE.
PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR 104010 AND 104011
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Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 60825-1, 60825-2
This product is classified as a: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1
This unit is intended to be installed in a Restricted Access Location only with access only by trained personnel.
WARNING: The primary hazards of exposure to invisible laser radiation from an optical fiber communications
system are:
• Damage to the eye by viewing an unterminated optical fiber or fiber optic connector.
• Damage to the eye from invisible laser radiation from viewing a cut fiber or a broken fiber.
Never attempt to view optical connectors that may be emitting laser energy and always avoid possible exposure to
invisible optical laser radiation. Using optical fiber scopes or magnifying lenses may increase the possibility for an eye

hazard. It is recommended that you use an optical power meter to determine if there is optical laser radiation present or
use a remote video display inspection tool to inspect connectors.
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions
Use Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions when handling an HPE Composable Fabric module outside a data center
rack. Once the fabric module is installed in a rack, the mounting hardware provides grounding through the rack.
Guidelines
Observe the following guidelines to avoid ESD damage when installing or servicing the HPE Composable Fabric module.
• Minimize handling of assemblies and components.
• Assemble or remove equipment only in a static-free work area.
• Use conductive work surfaces (such as an antistatic mat) to dissipate static charge and wear a conductive wrist strap
to dissipate the accumulation of static charge.
• Keep replacement parts in their original static-free packaging.
• Remove all plastic, foam, vinyl, paper, and other static-generating materials from the work area.
• Whenever possible, use tools that do not create electrostatic discharge.
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Revision history
Part number Publication date Edition Summary of changes
P26510-001 March 2020 1 Initial release of Composable Fabric 52. Includes
new hinged version of rack mounting assembly.

Contents
About this document........................................................................................................ 6
Documentation..................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Product Overview..............................................................................................................7
Part Numbers.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Checklist.............................................................................................................................. 8
Pre-Installation................................................................................................................10
Verify Site Requirements......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Unpack the Fabric Module.......................................................................................................................................................................................10
Verify Equipment Delivered................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Cables and Transceivers...........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Record the MAC Address.........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Installation Considerations......................................................................................................................................................................................11
Installing HPE FM 2072..................................................................................................13
Rack Mounting the Fabric Module......................................................................................................................................................................13
Using the Rack Mounting Assembly with Fixed Thumb Screw Bracket..................................................................... 13
Using the Rack Mounting Assembly with Hinged Thumb Screw Bracket.................................................................14
Establishing a Management Connection.........................................................................................................................................................16
Establishing a Console Connection...................................................................................................................................................17
Establishing a Management Network Connection using an IPV6 Link-Local Address......................................17
Powering the FM 2072 Up or Down..................................................................................................................................................................17
Configuring the Fabric Module.............................................................................................................................................................................18
Connecting the Composable Fabric...................................................................................................................................................................18
Configuring the Fabric and Fabric Module using Composable Fabric Manager......................................................................18
Overview: Network Port Cabling and Port Type.......................................................19
Creating a Composable Fabric Using FM 1006 Passive Interconnect Modules
............................................................................................................................................ 21
About Connecting a Fabric through FM 1006 Modules........................................................................................................................21
FM 1006 Passive Interconnect Module...........................................................................................................................................................21
FM 1006 Cabling Guidelines and Restrictions............................................................................................................................................ 22
Cables for FM 1006.....................................................................................................................................................................................................22
Connecting Fabric Ports to an FM 1006.........................................................................................................................................................23
FM 1006 Composable Fabric Example...........................................................................................................................................23
Expanding the Fabric using Multiple FM 1006 Devices........................................................................................................................24
Creating a Direct Connect Composable Fabric...........................................................25
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About Connecting a Fabric using Direct Connect..................................................................................................................................... 25
Connection Guidelines............................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Two-Module Fabric......................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Three-Module Fabric.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Four Module Fabric......................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Five-Module Fabric...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Six-Module Fabric.........................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Seven Module Fabric...................................................................................................................................................................................................29
Adding a Module to an Existing Fabric....................................................................... 32
Adding Module #7 to a Six-Module Fabric....................................................................................................................................................32
Adding Module #6 to a Five-Module Fabric.................................................................................................................................................32
Adding Module #5 to a Four-Module Fabric................................................................................................................................................33
Adding Module #4 to a Three-Module Fabric.............................................................................................................................................34
Adding Module #3 to a Two-Module Fabric.................................................................................................................................................35
Installing Transceivers and Cables.............................................................................. 36
Installing Transceivers...............................................................................................................................................................................................36
QSFP+................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 36
Inserting Transceivers..............................................................................................................................................................................36
Connecting QSFP+ Cables.......................................................................................................................................................................................36
QSFP+ Breakout Cables............................................................................................................................................................................................36
Ports and LEDs.................................................................................................................37
Front Panel SFP+ and QSFP+ Ports.................................................................................................................................................................. 37
SFP+ and QSFP+ LEDs..............................................................................................................................................................................................38
Front Panel Status LEDs...........................................................................................................................................................................................38
Power Supply LED........................................................................................................................................................................................................39
Fan LED..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................39
Management Port LEDs............................................................................................................................................................................................40
Hot Swap Fan and Power Modules...............................................................................41
Replacing a Power Supply Module..................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Replacing a Fan Module............................................................................................................................................................................................41
FM 2072 Specifications.................................................................................................. 43
Support and other resources........................................................................................ 44
Accessing Hewlett Packard Enterprise Support.........................................................................................................................................44
Accessing updates....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Customer self repair....................................................................................................................................................................................................45
Regulatory information............................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Documentation feedback.........................................................................................................................................................................................45
Websites............................................................................................................................46
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About this document
This document supports all versions of Composable Fabric release 52, beginning with release 520. The document
material applies to all software versions except where noted.
Documentation
The following documentation supports the Composable Fabric 52.x releases:
NOTE: This documentation is available at https://techlibrary.hpe.com/us/en/enterprise/integrated-systems/info-
library/index.aspx?cat=composable_fabric&sort=title.
•HPE Composable Fabric 52.x Release Notes
•HPE Composable Fabric 52.x Support Matrix which contains version-specific software and hardware support
information, including cable and transceiver support information.
•HPE Composable Fabric Manager 52.x Installation Guide
•HPE Composable Fabric Module 52.x Administrator Guide using Linux and CLI.
•HPE Composable Fabric 52.x FM 3180 Fabric Module Installation Guide
•HPE Composable Fabric 52.x FM 3132Q Fabric Module Installation Guide
•HPE Composable Fabric 52.x FM 3032Q Fabric Module Installation Guide
•HPE Composable Fabric 52.x FM 2072 Fabric Module Installation Guide
•HPE Composable Fabric Manager 52.x Online Help which is available from the HPE Composable Fabric Manager UI
and at the Hewlett Packard Enterprise Information Library at the site noted above as an HTML file.
6About this document

Product Overview
The FM 2072 fabric module supports the HPE Composable Fabric through six QSFP+ ports in addition to supporting host
and router devices through 48 SFP+ ports.
Figure 1: FM 2072 Front Panel View
For port details, included supported port speeds, see Front Panel SFP+ and QSFP+ Ports .
Part Numbers
The FM 2072 part number depends on the direction of air flow through the fabric module chassis (determined by the
installed power supply and fan modules) and TAA compliance.
Guidelines and Restrictions
All TAA-compliant fabric modules require HPE Composable Fabric release 511 or later.
Part # Description
R0Y48A
R3X83A (TAA-compliant)
HPE Composable Fabric FM 20726-port QSFP+ and 48-port SFP+ Front-to-Back
Module: Red tabs on power supply and fan modules indicate that the modules
draws cool air in from the chassis front panel and exhausts warm air out the back
panel.
R0Y49A
R3X84A (TAA-compliant)
HPE Composable Fabric FM 20726-port QSFP+ and 48-port SFP+ Back-to-Front
Module: Blue tabs on power supply and fan modules indicate that the modules
draws cool air in from the chassis back panel and exhausts warm air out the front
panel.
Product Overview 7

Checklist
Pre-staging
Task Check/Comment
Verify that redundant site power is available.
Verify rack air flow.
Verify equipment delivered.
Record the MAC address of the fabric module.
Determine the installation type:
• In an HPE Composable Rack.
• In another HPE environment.
• In a non-HPE customer environment.
Determine the speed of Composable Fabric you will install:
10 Gb/s per link
Develop a cabling plan and determine cable types and
lengths needed.
Installation
Task Check/Comment
Install the fabric module(s) in rack(s).
Install power cables. The fabric module automatically
powers up and boots. Verify green LEDs on power supplies.
Establish a management connection to the fabric module
through either the CONSOLE port or the MGMT port.
Install all fabric connection cables as per the Composable
Fabric cabling plan and build the fabric using either:
• FM 1006 interconnect
• Direct connect
If needed, for static IP, perform an initial fabric module
configuration as described in the document, HPE
Composable Fabric Module Administrator Guide using
Linux and CLI.
Configure the fabric module and the Composable Fabric
using the Composable Fabric Manager UI as described in
HPE Composable Fabric Manager UI Online Help.. For a
new fabric, the Composable Fabric Manager contains links
to guide you through an initial setup.
Table Continued
8Checklist

Task Check/Comment
If you installed either a new fabric or a new fabric module
to an existing fabric, perform a fit in the Composable Fabric
Manager UI as described in HPE Composable Fabric
Manager UI Online Help..
Carefully connect servers or other devices to access ports,
one at a time, and in the Composable Fabric Manager UI,
enabling each port as you install the connection and
checking for any potential issues.
Checklist 9

Pre-Installation
Verify Site Requirements
Observe the following requirements when selecting a site to install the fabric module.
Requirement Description
Altitude The module is designed to operate at an altitude ranging from 0 to
5200 meters (0 to 10000 feet).
Ventilation To ensure proper ventilation, allow ample airflow to the front and
back of the fabric module. The cooling fans and the power supplies
are oriented to support the airflow configuration ordered.
Temperature The operating ambient temperature of a closed or multi-unit rack
environment could be greater than room ambient temperature.
Ensure you install the equipment in an environment compatible
with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the
manufacturer.
The fabric module must be used in a non-condensing environment,
in a temperature range above 0° C (32° F) and below 40° C (104°
F).
Circuit Overloading When you connect the equipment to the supply circuit, do not
overload the circuits. You need to consider the over-current
protection and supply wiring. Review the equipment nameplate
ratings before you start making connections.
Make certain that all input connections are accessible at all times,
and disconnect all power plugs before servicing or moving the unit.
Reliable Earthing/Grounding Maintain reliable earthing/grounding of the rack-mounted
equipment. Pay particular attention to any supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example,
power strips).
Cabling Ensure that power cords can easily reach from the power sources to
the fabric module.
Ensure that ample clearance exists at the front and rear panels to
allow unrestricted cabling.
Mechanical Loading Ensure that there is no uneven mechanical loading for the
equipment in the rack to avoid a potentially hazardous condition.
Equipment Protection Choose an area where liquids or other foreign objects cannot fall
onto the equipment or be drawn into ventilation holes.
Equipment Specifications Refer to the fabric module specifications in FM 2072
Specifications.
Unpack the Fabric Module
Unpack all fabric module components and inspect for shipping damage.
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Verify Equipment Delivered
Compare the contents of the shipment against the packing slip that was included in the shipment, check for any shipping
damage, and verify that the components received match those ordered.
Equipment Description
Four hot swappable fans Installed in chassis. A blue bar indicates airflow from power
supply panel to I/O panel. A red bar indicates airflow from
I/O panel to power supply panel.
Two power supplies Installed in chassis. A blue release tab indicates airflow
from power supply panel to I/O panel. A red release tab
indicates airflow from I/O panel to power supply panel.
Two power cables 15 meters. Complies with country standards. Connect to
separate circuits for redundancy.
DB9 serial cable For Console connection.
Cables Verify that you have all cables ordered for your installation.
For valid cables and part numbers, refer to the HPE
Composable Fabric Support Matrix.
Rack mount kit Rack mount for the fabric module.
Cables and Transceivers
For supported cables and transceivers, including part numbers, refer to the following document:
HPE Composable Fabric Support Matrix
Record the MAC Address
Record the fabric module MAC address, which you will need for the initial fabric module setup described in the HPE
Composable Fabric Module Administrator Guide using Linux and CLI. The MAC address is located on a label on top of the
fabric module. There is also a tag on the right hand side of the fabric module (when facing the front panel), which contains
the MAC address.
Installation Considerations
Keep the following considerations in mind when installing and cabling fabric modules.
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Item Description
Power • Verify that power cords easily reach from the power
outlets to the fabric module power supply modules.
• Ensure that appropriate grounding and current surge
protection are in place before connecting the fabric
module to a power source.
• All input connections must be accessible (not blocked)
at all times.
• Single power supplies and fan modules can be hot-
swapped with power connected. Also, I/O cables can be
plugged and unplugged with the fabric module power
connected and the fabric module powered up.
• Invasive fabric module servicing requiring that the case
be opened, must be accomplished by qualified HPE
support personnel. In this case, all power must be
disconnected before servicing the fabric module.
Optical Cables • Avoid excessive bending which can damage optical
cables.
• Verify that ample clearance exists to allow unrestricted
cabling.
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Installing HPE FM 2072
Rack Mounting the Fabric Module
This section provides the instructions for installing the rack mount assembly and then installing the fabric module in the
equipment rack. Select one of the following sections depending on the type rack mount assembly that was included with
the fabric module:
•Using the Rack Mounting Assembly with Fixed Thumb Screw Bracket
•Using the Rack Mounting Assembly with Hinged Thumb Screw Bracket
Using the Rack Mounting Assembly with Fixed Thumb Screw Bracket
This procedure shows how to install the fabric module using the rack mounting assembly with fixed thumb screw brackets.
For ease of I/O connection, this procedure installs the fabric module in the rack with the front panel (I/O side) facing the
back of the rack; the same side as server/storage I/O connections.
Prerequisites
To install the fabric module in a telco rack, you need the fabric module kit, which contains the fabric module, two power
cords, and two rails.
Procedure
To install an HPE FM 2072 or FM 3180 fabric module that lacks center mounting holes in a rack:
1. Determine the 1-U slot position in the rack.
IMPORTANT: You can mount the slides to the module in only one direction. So as to have all I/O cabling at the
back of the rack, you will need to install the rails such that the fabric modules will be installed and removed
through the back of the rack. If you are installing in an HPE rack, installing the fabric modules in slots 46 and 47
in order to clear the power strips, making fabric module removal and installation possible. In other rack models,
you will need to determine which slots enable the rails to clear obstructions when installing the fabric module.
2. To install the fabric module in the rack so that the front (I/O) panel faces the back of the rack, you need to install the
rails so that the fabric module is installed from the back of the rack with the thumbscrew fasteners at the back of the
rack. To install the fixed rails in the rack slot: Line up the fixed rail pins (rear or front, with the rack slot holes, press the
rail latch, and release to secure the rail. Pull to expand the rail and repeat to latch the other end to the rack.
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IMPORTANT: Since you need to install the fabric module from the back of the rack, you need to position the
rails in rack slots (i.e. top of rack) that allow the fabric module and rails to clear any obstructions such as power
strips. For example, if you are installing a fabric module in an HPE rack, installing the fabric modules in slots 46
and 47 will clear the power strips, making fabric module removal and installation possible. In other rack models,
you will need to determine which slots enable the rails to clear obstructions.
3. Remove the slide rail from the fixed rail as follows: Loosen the thumbscrew, pull the slide rail out until it stops, then on
the outside of the rail, with one finger, pull the plastic tab to release the latch, and remove the slide rail.
4. Mount the slide rails to the fabric module as follows: On one side of the fabric module, determine the orientation and
position of the slide rail. Remove and re-install the two rail posts from the side of the fabric module; one toward the
front and one toward the rear of the fabric module in positions that will line up with the slide rail slots, as shown below.
Line up the slide rail with the posts, with the rail thumbscrews located at the front (I/O) side of the fabric module and
lock the rail into place. Repeat on the other side of the fabric module.
IMPORTANT: You can mount the slides to the module in only one orientation with the thumbscrews located at
the front (I/O) side of the fabric module.
The following image shows the mounting posts installed:
The following image shows the slide rail orientation with the thumb screws at the front (I/O side) of the fabric module
as per this issue.
5. Using a lift tool, carefully align the fabric module slide rail with the fixed rails in the rack slot, then carefully slide the
fabric module into the rack slot, verifying that the rails insert properly.
6. Hand-tighten the thumbscrews to secure the fabric module in the rack.
7. The fabric module is shipped with power supplies installed as ordered. Route and connect the power cables into
separate circuits in the rack.
IMPORTANT: For redundancy, connect the two power supplies to separate power sources.
Using the Rack Mounting Assembly with Hinged Thumb Screw Bracket
This procedure shows how to install the fabric module using the rack mounting assembly with hinged thumb screw
brackets. There are two model-specific versions of the assembly (shown below) with the major dierence between the two
being the location of the chassis post mounting holes.
FM 3132Q and FM 3032Q hinged rack mounting assembly
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FM 3180 and FM 2072 hinged rack mounting assembly
Guidelines and Restrictions
• The hinged thumb screw bracket enables you to swing the bracket out of the way of the rack power distribution
unit (PDU) when installing or removing the fabric module.
• For ease of I/O connections, this procedure installs the fabric module in the rack with the front panel (I/O side)
facing the back of the rack; the same side as server/storage I/O connections. You must install the rails so that the
fabric module is installed from the back of the rack with the thumbscrew fasteners at the back of the rack.
Procedure
1. Determine the 1-U slot position in the rack.
2. Separate the chassis slide rails from the rack rails by doing the following with both rail sets:
a. Loosen the thumbscrew and pull the slide rail out until it stops.
b. Push the rail release spring in to release the latch.
c. Remove the slide rail.
3. Install the rack rails in the rack slot:
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a. Line up the fixed rail pins (rear or front) with the rack slot holes.
b. Press and release the rail latch to secure the rail to the rack.
c. Pull to expand the rail and repeat to latch the other end to the rack.
4. Mount the chassis slide rails to the fabric module as follows:
a. On one side of the fabric module, determine the orientation and position of the slide rail.
b. Line up the slide rail with the three mounting posts, with the rail thumbscrews located at the front (I/O) side of the
fabric module and lock the rail into place.
c. Repeat on the other side of the fabric module.
The following images shows the mounting posts that secure the chassis slide rail to the fabric module. The middle
slide rail post hole includes a latch that locks the rail onto the post.
FM 3132Q and FM 3032Q chassis slide rail mounting posts
FM 3180 and FM 2072 chassis slide rail mounting posts
5. Using a chassis lift tool, carefully align the fabric module slide rail with the rack rails in the rack slot and then carefully
slide the fabric module into the rack slot, verifying that the rails insert properly.
6. Hand-tighten the thumbscrews to secure the fabric module in the rack.
Establishing a Management Connection
You can establish a management connection to the fabric module using either method:
• Connect the console device to the Console port and establish a connection
• Connect a management network to the MGMT port on the fabric module.
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Establishing a Console Connection
The serial console may be needed for part of the initial fabric module setup, for troubleshooting, or for general fabric
module management using Linux and the CLI. For serial access, the console system must be connected to the console port
on the fabric module. To connect to the serial console port, use the following settings:
•1152 Kbps
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• No Parity
Establishing a Management Network Connection using an IPV6 Link-Local Address
For an IPV6 link-local connection, you SSH into the fabric module through the network that is connected to the fabric
module’s management port. The IP address of the fabric module is determined by its MAC address, which you can convert
into a link-local address using any of the available online tools.
The fabric module MAC address is located either on the label attached to the top of the fabric module or on a pull tab
located under the management panel on the back (power side) of the fabric module.
The IPV6 link-local syntax is as follows:
username@ipv6-address + percent sign (%) + interface-id
where:
ipv6-address Destination fabric module address
interface-id Source output interface ID
Example:
ssh admin@fe80::216:eaff:fe5f:4cad%eth0
Powering the FM 2072 Up or Down
There is no power switch on the FM 2072.
Powering Up
When you connect one or both power supplies and provide site power to the fabric module, it automatically powers up.
NOTE: There are two power supplies that should be connected to separate site power sources for redundancy.
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Powering Down
Disconnect power to both power supplies to power the fabric module o.
Configuring the Fabric Module
The HPE Composable Fabric module is shipped configured to use DHCP. If you are installing the fabric module in an
environment that uses DHCP and the DHCP server has been configured as needed, the fabric module is ready to
communicate with HPE Composable Fabric Manager. After the link is established, use the HPE Composable Fabric
Manager UI to configure the fabric module (see the HPE Composable Fabric Manager Online Help).
If you are using static IP addresses or are having issues communicating with HPE Composable Fabric Manager, see the
"Initial Fabric Module Setup" section in the document: HPE Composable Fabric Module Administrator Guide using Linux
and CLI. After you complete the static IP configuration, use the HPE Composable Fabric Manager UI to configure the
fabric module (see the HPE Composable Fabric Manager Online Help).
Connecting the Composable Fabric
Design the Composable Fabric and install transceivers and cables as described in the following chapters:
•Overview: Network Port Cabling and Port Type
•Creating a Composable Fabric Using FM 1006 Passive Interconnect Modules
•Creating a Direct Connect Composable Fabric
•Installing Transceivers and Cables
Configuring the Fabric and Fabric Module using Composable Fabric
Manager
If this is a new fabric, or as needed if you expanded an existing fabric, configure the fabric module and the Composable
Fabric using the Composable Fabric Manager UI as described in HPE Composable Fabric Manager UI Online Help.
The UI contains the Guided Setup feature, which guides you through the process of adding a fabric to Composable Fabric
Manager.
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Overview: Network Port Cabling and Port Type
The FM 2072 fabric module supports Composable Fabric connections and access connections from any of the SFP+ ports
(1-48) or QSFP+ ports (49-54). However, you should follow the highly recommended fabric cabling as described in the
chapters that follow. Any ports not used for the fabric can be used as access ports. Additionally, you can change the port
type between fabric and access for any of the ports.
The following figure illustrate the ports:
NOTE: Each QSFP+ contains four ports (for example, 491 - 494).
For port details, including supported port speeds, see Front Panel SFP+ and QSFP+ Ports.
Creating the Composable Fabric
A Composable Fabric connects two or more Composable Fabric modules, either directly by cabling module-to-module for
fabrics that contain 2-7 modules or through FM 1006 passive interconnect modules for fabrics that contain at least three
fabric modules. If your fabric will eventually exceed seven fabric modules, you may want to plan ahead and use FM1006
modules now.
Fabric Deployment
You can deploy an HPE Composable Fabric using either FM 1006 passive interconnect modules or by directly connecting
fabric modules (direct connect).
• If you are creating a new fabric or adding a fabric module to an existing fabric using FM 1006 passive interconnect
modules, proceed as described in Creating a Composable Fabric Using FM 1006 Passive Interconnect Modules.
• If you are creating a new fabric by directly connecting fabric modules (direct connect), proceed as described in
Creating a Direct Connect Composable Fabric.
• If you are adding a fabric module to an existing fabric by directly connecting fabric modules (direct connect), proceed
as described in Adding a Module to an Existing Fabric.
Changing the Port Type: Fabric versus Access
This feature enables you to configure specific ports as either an access or fabric port type. To change the port type, go to
the Ports page of the Composable Fabric Manager UI, select one or more ports to change, and then select Access or Fabric
from a drop-down.
NOTE: Before the port type of any port can be changed:
• The port must be disabled.
• The port must not be part of any configuration. If the port is part of any configuration, it must be removed from the
configuration. For example: user LAG, VLAN, port mirror, port security, tunnel config, or ACL.
Overview: Network Port Cabling and Port Type 19

For information about changing the port type, refer to the Composable Fabric Manager UI online help (see the topic
"Changing the Port Type").
20 Overview: Network Port Cabling and Port Type